News and Updates in King Township
I use this blog to inform you of issues within the Township which are being assessed at the Council table as well as tell you about events happening in the Township which are of interest.
Public Art Policy–what do you think?
November 2nd Council agenda includes a Staff report recommending a public art policy. Reading it I can see that the intent is clear and very appropriate: how to influence the caliber and type of public art in King so that the art does serve to create a more...
Implementing Changes to Legislation (Ombudsman and MFIPPA)
A staff report on November 2 Council agenda reviews the work to be done to respond to the amendments in the Ombudsman Act and the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA). I am satisfied to see appropriate attention to ensuring that we...
Anti-SLAPP Legislation in Ontario!
Anti-SLAPP legislation - Bill 52, known as the Protection of Public Participation Act passed third reading 10/28/15 at Queen's Park. This is great news as it protects our democratic right of freedom of speech, and the right to be engaged in issues of public...
GO Trains All Day: input on road crossings
I consider King City community to be very fortunate that the Province has announced funding and plans to significantly increase GO service; "our" line will have electric trains running every 15 minutes both directions throughout day & evening. This may be the...
Dinner & Concert in King City
You can enjoy delicious dinner & great concert in King City on Saturday, October 24 without getting into your car in between! For full details about dining at Kingbridge and then attending the concert featuring the music of Carole King and Paul Simon click here.
Designation of Important Properties in King City
At October 19th meeting Council approved designation of two properties in King City, specifically 2169 and 2175 King Road with the support of the property owner, the New Scotland Group (Laceby Real Estate). Laceby's are to be congratulated on making such a bold...
Official Plan Phase 2
Official Plan Phase 2 report is on the November 2nd Council agenda. The report will be essentially consistent with what was reviewed at the public meeting on September 24th with inclusion of feedback received from that meeting. To review what was covered 9/24, here...
Demolition of Heritage Properties
As has been reported in the local papers lately there is disagreement and confusion about the subject of protecting & conserving heritage properties in King. Often discussions about the need to protect seem theoretical and almost abstract as the built property...
Streetscaping & Beautification Plan
Staff have submitted a comprehensive report on how to move forward with beautifying the streets in the 3 villages. It is good to see us moving away from decisions about individual elements to meet a need and to now have a holistic strategy for the next 5 years. As...
Roundabout Progress Report #1
Here is a progress report on the construction of the roundabout at Lloydtown Aurora Road and Keele. As everyone knows who has been through the intersection, activity has started. This report answers some questions I have already received. Two general pieces of...
All Candidates’ Meeting–Federal Election
All Candidates' Meeting for 2015 Federal Election riding of: KING-VAUGHAN Tuesday, October 6 at 7PM Villanova College (2480 15th Sideroad, King City) Hosted by Concerned Citizens of King Township For more information see notice on CCKT website. I think we are...
Vote Early
To avoid line-up's on 10/19 or dealing with the consequences of unexpected demands on your time Oct. 19 in terms of casting your vote, vote early. You can vote now; for details on where and what the hours are see here for the Elections Canada website and then click on...
Recent Comments
What I would like to see is the actual recycling of most of the items in the blue boxes. We…
Good overview and assessment of current situation, and the situation that got us to this point . King Twp has…
thank you for your feedback and acknowledgement of the effort required to understand the budget.
Hi Nancy, Working sessions are really education type meeting for Council members. There isa Council report in the agenda and…
This has got to be the strangest working session. “Overview of King’s Citizen Experience Plan” does not allow for citizens…
Hi Deb, as always your blast/posts are SO helpful! You are a marvel. Your summaries are succinct, informative, opinionated with…
Hi Bruce, just yesterday somebody was telling me about Simcoe and the choices they had.
Hi Debbie, Of interest, Simcoe County has had the carts on wheels for recycling, organics and garbage for some time…
Hello John, good question. I cannot answer at this point; you can be sure I’m going to be finding out.
Since the township is saving on the recycling expense, will this savings be passed on to us the tax payers…